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Telefonica UK, a leading digital and communications company, and ISS, the global facilities management service provider, are set to work with software firm Ideagen on improving governance, risk and compliance operations across the O2 estate.

Ideagen Enlighten, Ideagen’s cloud-based GRC application, is to be implemented and rolled out to bring several operational improvements to Telefonica UK’s Property department. The software will provide one source of truth for the management of controlled documentation, improve visibility of audit scheduling and automate action management and escalation. Enlighten will also enhance levels of reporting and increase accessibility for Telefonica’s mobile workforce.

Darren Bryanton, Telefonica’s national FM operations manager, said: “We regularly participate in audits to assist Telefonica UK in retaining an impressive portfolio of certifications and standards which are essential in demonstrating world class service to our customers. Enlighten will manage audits and document control for the department.”

Suzanne Burge, ISS’ quality and assurance manager, added: “After a thorough review of the market, we selected Enlighten due its scalability, accessibility and ease of use. We wanted a product that we could design ourselves to fit the needs of the business, not just now but also in the future.”

Andrew Neish, Telefonica’s head of property, commented: “Both Ideagen and Telefonica UK share the same vision of how innovation can drive improvement in business. This opportunity to provide a game-changing and transformational system is one that we’re very excited about.”

Ideagen is a supplier of information management software with operations in the UK, the United States and the Middle East. The company specialises in eGRC (Enterprise Governance, Risk and Compliance) and healthcare solutions for organisations operating within highly regulated industries.

(ISC)² – the largest not-for-profit membership body of certified information and software security professionals – has published the education programme and speaker line-up for its inaugural Security Congress EMEA, which takes place on 9-10 December at the Bloomsbury Hotel in London.

Organised in partnership with the MIS Training Institute, the conference programme offers a broad professional development opportunity, combining a comprehensive plenary programme with focused track sessions delivered by a cross-section of the security community throughout the region.

Kicking off the programme with insights into why the UK Government elevated cyber security to a Tier 1 threat is the Right Honourable David Blunkett MP, who served as Home Secretary between 2001 and 2004.

“I’m very pleased to see and also support this obvious commitment from the (ISC)² community aimed at increasing our capacity to ensure security for us all in the digitally-enabled, digitally-dependent economy,” explained Blunkett. “It has never been more crucial for the EMEA region’s international information security professionals to join forces and align their efforts as we all face the increasingly complex and adversarial challenges developing in the cyber world.”

The ISC2 Security Congress EMEA 2014 takes place in London during early December

Other confirmed keynote speakers include Dr Simon Singh (the best-selling author, journalist, radio broadcaster, TV producer and director), Dr Stefan Lüders (head of computer security at the European Organisation for Nuclear Research), Jaya Baloo (CISO for KPN in the Netherlands) and Michael Colao, head of security at AXA in the UK.

Conference sessions cover current events (including the privacy issues hampering the UK’s NHS data sharing scheme) and real world Case Studies from Euroclear, the Ministry of Justice in Saudi Arabia, UBS and the Dutch National Cyber Security Centre.

Delegates are able to organise their agenda around 30 sessions, including a comprehensive plenary programme and break-out sessions across six tracks: Governance, Risk and Compliance, Mobile Security, Human Factors, Security Architecture and Data Security.

“The quality and depth of the responses received following our Call for Speakers was overwhelming, allowing us to build a strong programme that addresses professional development needs at all levels,” explained John Colley, managing director for the EMEA region at (ISC)². “This event offers members of the professional community an opportunity to learn from their peers and debate the latest proposals around some of the key cyber security issues that are challenging companies, Governments and society on a daily basis.”

In addition to the conference sessions, Security Congress EMEA delegates have the opportunity to include two pre-conference workshops (to be held on 8 December) within their conference agenda. These workshops are based on the (ISC)² CBK training seminars for the Certified Cyber Forensics Professional (CCFPSM) and Certified Software Security Lifecycle Professional (CSSLP) credentials.

David Blunkett MP

“It’s our vision to inspire a safe and secure cyber world,” commented Wim Remes, chairman of the (ISC)² Board of Directors. “We execute on this vision by offering value to society through credentials, resources and leadership. These concepts are reflected in Security Congress EMEA 2014 through a valuable education programme. I’m delighted to see the calibre of speakers that have chosen to present their thoughts at our event.”

All sessions and workshops qualify for Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credit. Registration is now open. (ISC)² members, chapter members and supporting organisations are eligible for special discounted pricing.

Formed in 1989 and thus celebrating its 25th Anniversary in 2014, (ISC)² is the largest not-for-profit membership body of certified information and software security professionals worldwide. The organisation currently plays host to over 100,000 members in more than 135 countries.

The Call for Presentations is now open for (ISC)² Security Congress EMEA 2014, an event designed to provide a unique international platform for information security professionals.

International information security professionals have a unique opportunity to meet, learn and get ahead of industry developments with the announcement of the inaugural (ISC)2 Security Congress EMEA.

Organised in partnership with the MIS Training Institute, the (ISC)² Security Congress EMEA 2014 is the first multi-day conference within the Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) region to be hosted by (ISC)², the largest not-for-profit membership body of certified information and software security professionals with over 100,000 members worldwide.

Submissions for presentations are now being accepted until 4 July for the 8-10 December 2014 event, which is to be held at The Bloomsbury Hotel in London.

“(ISC)² EMEA has delivered educational conferences across the region for nearly ten years,” explained John Colley CISSP, managing director for (ISC)² EMEA, “allowing us to develop a strong network of top-notch speakers that can offer real insight into the issues we are all facing.”

International information security professionals have a unique opportunity to meet, learn, and get ahead of industry developments with the announcement of the inaugural (ISC)2 Security Congress EMEA

Colley continued: “What makes this initiative really interesting is the opportunity we have to showcase the wealth of experience within the membership. This event presents a unique opportunity for professionals at all levels to come together, share what theyre experiencing on the front lines and learn from each other. I anticipate strong, informative and really useful sessions across the five designated conference tracks.”

Strengthening Cyber Security Defenders

Set to the overall theme of Strengthening Cyber Security Defenders, the (ISC)² Security Congress EMEA 2014 is open to all interested industry professionals.

Building on the experiences of the US-based (ISC)² Security Congress, which is now in its fourth year, the (ISC)² Security Congress EMEA will offer a comprehensive seminar programme over five focused tracks, a pre-conference day of training workshops and special interest sessions along with a gala dinner.

Keynotes and plenaries will be complemented by a broad review of current industry concerns in the following tracks: Governance, Risk and Compliance, Mobile Security, Human Factors, Architecture and Data Security.

The (ISC)² Security Congress EMEA 2014 is the latest development in (ISC)²’s successful and growing global event programme which currently includes 14 one-day (ISC)² information and software security events held in major cities throughout the EMEA region.